Shai Gilgeous-Alexander highlighted the Oklahoma City Thunder’s defensive dominance, which contributed to their 118-103 Game 2 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, giving them a 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference Finals. He noted that the Thunder thrive on defensive stops, creating offensive momentum and psychological advantages, evidenced by Minnesota’s struggles, shooting just 38.2% from the field. The frustration of Timberwolves players, including a shove by Jaden McDaniels on Gilgeous-Alexander, reflected their mental breakdown under Oklahoma City’s top-ranked defense.



